Army MOS guide

56M Religious Affairs Specialist ASVAB score requirements

Score target and study focus for Army 56M.

56M
Army MOS score brief

Religious Affairs Specialist

ASVAB line score targetCL 90+

Supports chaplains, religious-support operations, counseling settings, records, and unit ministry team logistics.

ScoreCL 90+

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FitAdmin & Legal

Good fit if you like organized information, clear writing, records, policy, and detail-heavy office work.

TransferCivilian path

Office administration, records management, compliance support, public affairs, finance, and government operations.

Daily work

What you may do

  • Support religious affairs specialist tasks through records, reports, systems, communication, and unit procedures.
  • Keep information accurate so leaders, Soldiers, and support teams can act on it without delays.
56M Army MOS FAQ

Common Religious Affairs Specialist ASVAB questions

What ASVAB score do you need for 56M Religious Affairs Specialist?
CL 90+ is the source-backed planning target shown on this MeritMarch guide. Treat it as study guidance, not an enlistment promise, because Army requirements, openings, waivers, medical qualification, and recruiter guidance can change.
What does a 56M Religious Affairs Specialist do?
Supports chaplains, religious-support operations, counseling settings, records, and unit ministry team logistics.
Which ASVAB sections should I study for 56M?
Start with the score areas tied to CL 90+: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge. If your AFQT is not stable yet, also keep Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, and Paragraph Comprehension in the plan.
Is 56M guaranteed if I meet the score target?
No. ASVAB scores are only part of Army job access. Current openings, contract options, background checks, medical standards, citizenship rules, waivers, and Army needs all affect whether a MOS is available.
Where did MeritMarch get the 56M score target?
This page uses CL 90+ from Army enlisted MOS specifications, Chapter 10C, 10-56M, reviewed April 30, 2026. It is still shown as planning guidance because official requirements and openings can change.
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Sources and official confirmation

Source checked April 30, 2026: Army enlisted MOS specifications, Chapter 10C, 10-56M. Current Army job access still depends on Army policy, openings, medical qualification, background screening, waivers, and recruiter guidance.

More context reviewed April 30, 2026: GoArmy ASVAB entrance test, Official ASVAB military-jobs composites, Army enlisted MOS specifications, Chapter 10C, MeritMarch Army jobs based on ASVAB scores guide.